13 – 31 May

Hommage à Grisélidis Réal / 20 ans, déjà !

On May 31, 2005, the renowned writer, painter, and Geneva-based sex worker Grisélidis Réal passed away. Actress and director Françoise Courvoisier, who had the privilege of working with her on several stage adaptations of her work, is preparing a special tribute in her honor.

After granting her a resting place at the Cimetière des Rois, the City of Geneva has now given her another: Plantamour has been officially renamed in her memory. A posthumous recognition—yet a gratifying one—for her many admirers.

In French.

Place du Temple 8,
1227 Carouge
Photo Credit: LES AMIS musiquethéâtre
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